Training Booklet

V2.0

SINAMICS G120
Answers for industry.

SINAMICS G120
Training Booklet, V2.0

The booklet is an easy to understand introduction to the inverter

family SINAMICS G120.
09/2010
E80001-Y910-P210-X-7600

Materials and tools

The components listed below are presented in this booklet. To test your knowledge on the actual
product, you have the choice between the following three order alternatives:
Starter Kit
Product

Order-no.

Starter Kit SINAMICS G120

6SL3200-0AE20-0AA0

Motor (0.55 kW)

1LA7096-4AA10

Training case
Product

Order-no.

SINAMICS G120 training case*

6ZB2480-0CJ00

SINAMICS G120 CU240E-2 Control Unit

6SL3244-0BB12-1BA0

Single components
Product

Order-no.

SINAMICS G120 PM240-2 FSA 0.55kW

6SL3210-1PE12-3AL0

SINAMICS G120 CU240E-2

6SL3244-0BB12-1BA0

Motor (0.55 kW)

1LA7096-4AA10

SINAMICS PC Connection Kit-2

6SL3255 0AA00 2CA0

SINAMICS BOP-2

6SL3255 0AA00 4CA1

Screening kit 2

6SL3264-1EA00-0HA0

Optional components
Product

Order-no.

IOP/BOP-2 door mounting kit

6SL3256-0AP00-0JA0

In addition you will need the following equipment:

PC with USB interface
Switches commercially available*
Potentiometer commercially available*
Various M4 screws and nuts (length depends on installation location) with suitable
screwdriver/wrench commercially available*
* The training case is a complete demo station including a motor, the power module of the converter, switches, lights, and a 230V power supply
connection.

Safety instructions
Validity
These instructions apply to the following inverter:
Product

Order-no.

Starter Kit SINAMICS G120

6SL3200-0AE20-0AA0

Prerequisites
You are proficient in working with the Microsoft Windows operating system.
You are conversant with the principles of electronics and electrical engineering.
Warning
Dangerous currents and voltages!
The equipment contains dangerous voltages and controls potentially dangerous rotating
mechanical parts. Non-compliance with the warnings or failure to follow the instructions
contained in the documentation can result in loss of life, severe personal injury, or serious
damage to property.
Take particular notice of the general and regional installation and safety regulations regarding work on dangerous voltage installations (for example, EN 50178) as well as the relevant
regulations regarding the correct use of tools and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation.
Commissioning and operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel . Within the context of the safety notes in this documentation, qualified persons are
defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground, and label devices, systems,
and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware
and software described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee
full consistency. However, the information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any
necessary corrections are included in subsequent editions.

Welcome to the SINAMIC G120 Training Booklet. This booklet will help acquaint you simply, quickly, and comfortably with the frequency inverter. Well take you step by step through
installation, setting parameters, and initial startup. The tutorial is structured so that each section
builds on the one before it. As a result, we recommend that you dont skip any chapters.

Inverter family SINAMICS G120

1.1 Components

Power Module.................................................................. 06

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Control Unit..................................................................... 07
Operator Panels (BOP-2 and IOP)..................................... 08
1.2 Mounting and wiring

Power Module.................................................................. 09
Control Unit..................................................................... 12
Operator Panels (BOP-2 and IOP)..................................... 14

Operator Panels (BOP-2 and IOP)

2.1 Basic functions

The BOP-2 display............................................................ 18

2.2 Working with BOP-2

Operating pattern and menu structure........................... 20

2.3 Quick commissioning

Entering motor data........................................................ 26

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Motor data identification................................................. 27

Setting additional parameters......................................... 28
2.4 Application case

Using fixed frequencies................................................... 30

Testing the application.................................................... 31

2.5 Intelligent Operator Panel

The device........................................................................ 33
Working with IOP............................................................. 34
The wizards..................................................................... 35
Accessing diagnostics ..................................................... 36

STARTER software and PC

3.1 Mounting and preparation

PC preparation................................................................. 42

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Creating a STARTER project............................................. 44

STARTER user interface.................................................... 49
Uploading inverter data................................................... 50
3.2 Parameterization

Configuration wizard....................................................... 52
Motor data identification................................................. 56

3.3 Safety Integrated

3.4 Application cases

Safety Integrated engineering with STARTER.................. 58

Setting setpoint specifications......................................... 60
Closing a project and saving data.................................... 61
Restoring factory settings................................................ 62

Appendix

Download overview.......................................................... 65

In this section we will introduce the low-voltage

SINAMICS G120 inverter. Youll learn about the
main components, its structure, and receive
some practice-oriented insight
about the assembly and wiring
of the frequency inverter.

Inverter family SINAMICS G120

1.1

Components
The SINAMICS G120 frequency inverter is modular. It consists of three basic components:

The Power Module supplies

voltage to the motor.

Inverter family SINAMICS G120: Components

The Control Unit controls and

monitors the Power Module.

The Basic Operator Panel (BOP-2)

and the Intelligent Operator Panel
(IOP) are used to operate and
monitor the inverter.

The optional PC Connection Kit-2

can also be used to operate and
monitor the inverter.
The kit is required in order to
establish communication between
the PC and the Control Unit.

Each Control Unit can be

freely combined with each
IP20 Power Module.

Note

Power Module
The device is available in several sizes. Its power range is between 0.37 kW and 250 kW.
The picture shows the PM240-2.

Rating plate

Power connectors

DC link connectors

Motor connectors

PE terminals

2
3

4
3

Please check the rating

plate to make sure that the
module meets your required
specifications.
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Note

Control Unit
There are various designs for the Control Unit. They differ primarily in terms of the control
terminal assignments as well as in terms of different field bus interfaces. This tutorial will
use the example of the CU240E-2 Control Unit. It was developed for stand-alone operation.

7
3

6
4

Rating plate

DIP switch, analog inputs,

and BUS

Interface for the OP

or PC Connection Kit

Two status LEDs

Terminals for digital and

analog inputs and outputs

USB interface

Interface to the Power Module

Fastening clips

2
8
8
5

Please ensure that this is the correct

device for your application.

An overview of the various control

unit versions and their differentiation can be found in the official
SINAMICS G120 brochure at
http://www.siemens.com/
sinamics-g120/printmaterial

Note

Basic Operator Panel 2

The basic input and display device is used to operate and set parameters for the inverter after
being connected to the Control Unit. It is operated by pressing the buttons and features a simple commissioning thanks to the menu prompting and the two-line display (showing parameter
and parameter value simultaneously).

Intelligent Operator Panel

The advanced input and display device manages the same functions as the BOP-2 and adds several more. Its enhanced features increase usability substantially. They include a large plain text
display, integrated application wizards, full graphical diagnostic overviews, rotary knob control,
and plain text help information. It is available in various versions and can also be used driveexternally for series commissioning and quick on-site diagnosis.

3
4

5
2

4
1

IOP

BOP-2

Seven operating buttons

Graphical display

Display

Navigation wheel

Release catch

Five operating buttons

Door mounting screw

recess

USB connection

RS232 connector

Product rating label

Inverter family SINAMICS G120: Components

1.2

Mounting and wiring

Before starting assembly, check to ensure that the following conditions have been met:
All required components, tools, and small parts have been gathered.
All required cables and lines have been laid in accordance with specifications.
All minimum clearances are being observed.
The Five Safety Regulations must be strictly observed
Disconnect
Secure against unintentional restart
Verify that it is free of voltage
Ground and bypass
Cover and shield any adjacent live parts

Mounting the Power Module into the switch cabinet

5,35 mm (0.21")

36,5 mm (1.44")

Example of
drilling pattern

62,3mm (2.45")

Please refer to the drilling pattern accompanying the power

module for the correct drilling centers and clearance
distances above and below the power module.

186 mm (7.32")

Normally the motor and inverter

are selected in such a way that they
match each other. This is also the
case in our example. However, the
data from the rating plate of the
motor is important for the initial
start-up of the inverter.

Note

Connecting the Power Module to the motor

Depending on the operating environment, different cable length limits are required for the
connection between the power module and motor. Unshielded cables up to 100 meters in
length are possible in industrial electrical networks.
Wiring the Power Module
1

Connect the phases and the earth conductor to the pluggable terminal clamps U2, V2, W2, and PE.
Wiring the motor

Unscrew the cover to the terminal box on the motor (the inside cover of Siemens motors
illustrates the possible wiring for the Star connection and the Delta connection).
Remove the bridge rails from the connecting block and loosen the screws.
Place the bridge rails on the terminal block and screw them into place (depending on the
type of connections required Star or Delta: in this example, a Star connection is shown).
Connect the PE connection.
Insert the cables from the power module through the opening of the terminal box
to the motor.
Slide the phases in accordance with the phase assignment in the connections.
Screw the cover back onto the motor.
The motor and Power Module are now connected together. Before continuing the commissioning of the motor and inverter, ensure that the motor and the inverter are isolated from the
line supply.
Wiring the power supply

Connect the phases and the earth conductor to the pluggable terminal clamps L1, L2, L3, and PE.
The electrical wiring is now complete.

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Inverter family SINAMICS G120: Mounting and wiring

3
1

Motor lines represent interfering

transmitters. As a result, you should
use shielded cable in order to meet
the corresponding electromagnetic
compatibility requirements.
The cable lengths that can be
used depend upon the following:
2

Operating environment
Inverter being used
Reactors and filters used
Shielded or unshielded cable
In order to meet Class A electromagnetic compatibility requirements, you need a filter and
a shielded cable (max. length:
25 meters).

The depicted example shows a Star

connection. The rating plate provides information about the correct
circuit data: for example, 230/400V
/Y means that you are connecting
the motor in Y with a 400V network.

Note

Attaching the Control Unit

Connect the Control Unit with the fastening clips on the bottom of the Power Module and then
press the upper edge of the Control Unit against the Power Module until the locking device
snaps into place. Before wiring the control terminals, the terminal cover has to be opened.
General procedure for wiring with spring-type terminals
Press the screwdriver on the upper release lever.
The terminal cover opens.
Insert the end of the wire into the terminal opening.
Withdraw the screwdriver from the terminal.
The wire is now firmly attached.
Wiring the control terminals in the CU240E-2
1

The potentiometer:
Attach the positive pole of the potentiometer to terminal 1.
Attach the negative pole to 2.
Wire the output of the potentiometer arm to 3.
Close the circuit by connecting 4 to terminal 2.

On/Off, Reverse, and Reset buttons:

Wire their power supply to 9.
Attach the associated digital inputs to terminals 5, 6, and 7.
To close the circuit, connect 9 with 20 and 22.

Indicator lights:
Attach the power supply for the LEDs to 9.
To close the circuit, connect 9 with 20 and 22.
Wire the Faults and Warning LEDs to digital outputs 19 and 21.
Connect the negative pole to terminal 28.

Display for frequency output:

Connect the positive pole to 12.
Connect the negative pole to 13.
The wiring is now complete.

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13

Mounting the Operator Panels (BOP-2 or IOP) on the CU

Remove the cover of the RS232 connection by lifting it up and sliding it to the side.
Place the bottom edge of the IOP/BOP-2 casing into the lower recess of the
Control Unit housing.
2 Push the IOP/BOP-2 toward the Control Unit until the release-catch clicks into place.
1

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Inverter family SINAMICS G120: Mounting and wiring

Mounting the IOP or BOP-2 in a cabinet door

The operator panels can easily be mounted in a control cabinet door with just a few manual
operations using the optionally available door mounting kit. Degree of protection IP55 / UL
type 12 is achieved when mounting them in the control cabinet door.

1
3
4

Door panel

Seal

Door mounting bracket

Screws

D-type retaining screws

Identical mounting for BOP-2

Congratulations! Your inverter is now ready for operation.

After assembly is completed, the inverters parameters must be set up, in other words, you must give
the inverter the specific characteristics of the attached motor.

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In this section you will learn more about the use of

operator panels to control the inverter locally on
site. First, youll learn how to use the Basic Operator
Panel 2 (BOP-2) to set up parameters for the inverter and the attached motor and how to operate the
inverter with the BOP-2. Next,
you'll learn how to use the
Intelligent Operator Panel (IOP)
to your advantage.

Basic Operator Panel (BOP-2)

Intelligent Operator Panel (IOP)

2.1

Basic functions
The Operator Panel is the input and display instrument for controlling the inverter. It is used in
stand-alone operation, in other words, locally, on the device, integrated in the cabinet door, or
as handheld version for series setup (IOP).

The BOP-2 display

The BOP-2 is used to commission, diagnose (troubleshoot), and display the status of the inverter.
It allows for manual control of drives locally at the drive. Up to two status values can be simultaneously and continuously monitored. It features a simple navigation using a transparent and well
structured menu and clearly assigned operator keys.

Menu bar indicates the

selected menu function (see
page 23)

Provides information about

the selected functionality or
displays the actual value

Displays the values

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2.2

Working with BOP-2

Seven buttons make up the operator panel. For setup and parameterization, only the Up and
Down, OK and ESC buttons are relevant. For local operation the ON, OFF, and HAND/AUTO
keys are needed.

ESC key

Up key

Down key

OK key

OFF key

HAND/AUTO key

ON/Run key

1
3

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Operating pattern
To better understand the functionality of the buttons, you should be acquainted with the operating pattern: the Basic Operator Panel gives you access to a parameter list, which ranges from
0 to 9,899. Stored behind the parameters are parameter values that control the operation of the
motor. However, not all the parameters are assigned.

Parameter

Value / Index

0
0
1
0
in000
21
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0
in002
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Example

r0000

r0002

P0003

P0004

P0005



P9899

Index value

General procedure for accessing parameters with the BOP-2

Example

Press ESC to enter the menu selection.

Use the UP and DOWN buttons to move the menu bar to the word Parameter and press OK.
Press OK to select the standard user parameters.
The first number in the list appears on the left side of the screen: r2 (r stands for
read only and means that you can only read this value but cannot change it).
On the right side of the screen the value of the selected parameter is shown.
Press the UP button to access the next parameter.
For example, P3 appears (P means that you can change the value of
this parameter).
If you want to change
Adjust the value by pressing OK and using the UP and DOWN buttons.
any parameter using the
Confirm the adjusted value by pressing OK.

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OK

ESC

OK

Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Working with BOP-2

OK

parameter list, you are

requested to choose a filter
level (Standard or Expert).
The standard level limits
the available parameters in
order to increase the speed
while browsing through the
parameters with the BOP-2.
This also limits the chance
of changing any possibly
dangerous parameters. The
expert level gives access to
all parameters.

Note

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to the value, but to an index that is displayed in brackets [00] above the actual value.
Example for index parameter

Example

Pressing OK takes you to [00].

UP takes you to [01], DOWN back to [00].
Decide on an index number of your choice.
Press OK again to activate the index and move to the actual value.
Adjust the value by pressing UP and DOWN.
Confirm by pressing OK.
OK

OK

OK

If you want to adjust any blinking/active value digit by digit (using the UP and DOWN button
might just take too long), you can always press the OK button longer than two seconds. After
releasing the button, you can change any single digit by using the buttons OK (move to next
digit), ESC (move to previous digit), UP (increase value), and DOWN (decrease value).

A complete list of all parameters

can be found in the Parameter
Manual: Control Units CU240E/B-2
available on the Internet as a download at http://support.automation.
siemens.com/WW/view/en/
30563628/133300

Note

HAND/AUTO and ON/OFF buttons

The HAND/AUTO button switches the command source between the BOP-2 (HAND) and field
bus (AUTO). A hand icon appears on the screen to indicate HAND mode is active.
If HAND mode is active, pressing the HAND/AUTO button will switch the inverter to AUTO
mode and disable the ON and OFF buttons.
If AUTO mode is active, pressing the HAND/AUTO button will switch the inverter to HAND
mode and enable the ON and OFF buttons.
Changing between HAND mode and AUTO mode is possible while the motor is still running.

Screen Icons
The BOP-2 displays a number of icons on the left-hand side of the display to indicate the actual
state of the inverter.
Command source
Inverter status
Jog

JOG

Fault/alarm

Fault messages are displayed with an F. Alarm

messages are displayed
with an A. A detailed list
of the Fault and Alarm
messages can be found
in the Parameter Manual
Control Units CU240E/B-2
available on the Internet
as a download at http://
support.automation.
siemens.com/WW/view/
en/30563628/133300
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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Working with BOP-2

Note

Menu structure
Monitor
The Monitor menu allows the user to easily access a variety of screens that display the actual
status of the inverter/motor system.
Control
The Control menu allows the user to access the following functions of the inverter:
Setpoint
Jog
Reverse
Diagnostics
The Diagnostics menu allows the user to access the following function:
Acknowledge all faults
Faults
History
Status
Parameters
The Parameter menu allows access to view and change the parameters of the inverter.
Setup
The Setup menu is a fixed sequence of screens that allow the user to perform the basic
commissioning of the inverter.
Extras
The Extras menu allows the user to perform additional functions such as saving and copying
data sets into and from the BOP-2.

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2.3

Quick commissioning
The following descriptions show how to set up the drive using the quick commissioning wizard
integrated in the BOP-2.
Starting quick commissioning
Press ESC to enter the menu selection.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to move the menu cursor to the word Setup and press OK.
The screen will automatically display the next parameter in the commissioning sequence.
ESC

OK

Quick commissioning begins now. It leads you step by step from parameter to parameter.
Parameters that are not relevant will be skipped automatically. Essentially, you are adjusting
the factory settings of your inverter to the requirements of your motor.
Reset inverter
Reset the inverter to factory state by first pressing OK while the BOP-2 shows RESET.
Press UP or DOWN to change the value to YES.
Press OK and wait until BUSY sign disappears (approx. five seconds).
OK
OK

OK

Dont forget: switch on the

power supply before initial
start-up.
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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Quick commisioning

Note

Control mode (P1300)

Press OK to modify the parameter value CTRL MOD.
The upper row shows the control mode associated with the actual parameter value below.
Choose control mode value by pressing UP or DOWN.
See how the control mode name in the upper row changes accordingly.
Press OK if the desired control mode is displayed.
OK

OK

Selecting line frequency (P100)

Press OK to modify the parameter value EUR USA.
Set 0 for Europe (50 Hz) (1 stands for USA 60 Hz).
Confirm the value by pressing OK.
The screen will automatically display the next parameter in the commissioning sequence.
OK

OK

Any step of the commissioning

wizard can be skipped by pressing
the DOWN button. Going back one
step can be done by pressing the UP
button. By confirming any step with
OK, the screen will automatically
display the next parameter in the
commissioning sequence.

Note

Entering motor data

The values for the next parameter settings can be found on the rating plate of your motor.
Please set the motor data parameters according to the picture below.

P304 = MOT VOLT = Motor voltage

P305 = MOT CURR = Motor rated current

P307 = MOT POW = Motor rated power

P311 = MOT RPM = Motor rated speed

Once the motor rated speed has been adjusted, you have completed
adjusting your inverter to your motor.

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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Quick commisioning

Note

Motor data identification

After entering the motor data, the wizards asks you to activate the motor data identification.
Motor ID is recommended for a live verification and optimization of the data that you have
entered. The motor data identification initiates a measurement of the connected motor. In the
process, the data previously calculated in the inverter is compared to the actual motor data and
they are adapted to one another.
Starting motor data identification (P1900)
Press OK to modify the displayed parameter value.
Change the displayed value to 1 by pressing UP.
The display will automatically display the next parameter in the commissioning sequence.

OK

Motor identification will not start until the basic commissioning sequence has been
completed.
Start the motor manually (by using digital input DI 0 or by activating the HAND mode
and starting the drive using the ON button).
The measuring process is set in motion.
When finished, the motor switches off.
BOP-2 indicates that the measured values are now being converted into data.
HAND
AUTO

The inverter can now be turned on using digital input DI 0. The setpoint
source is specified as the potentiometer.

Caution: the motor can rotate

slightly in the process.

Note

Command source, setpoint source, and application parameters

With the next step, you can select whether the Basic Operator Panel or the terminal should be
the command source (parameter P700). In the case of the CU240E-2 being used here, the terminals are set as the default for the command source.
Selecting command source (P700)
Press OK to modify the parameter value CMD SRC.
Check to see if it shows TERMINAL and the value 2.
Confirm by pressing OK.
OK

OK

The next step is checking the setpoint source. This is stored with P1000.
Checking the setpoint source (P1000)
Press OK to modify the parameter value MAIN SP.
Check if it shows ANALOG and the value 2.
The 2 indicates that the potentiometer on the terminal is currently set as the
setpoint source.
Confirm by pressing OK.
OK

OK

Now you should adjust the operating behavior of the motor to your application.
Additional setpoint source (P1000)
Press OK to modify the parameter value ADD SP.
This parameter gives you the possibility to add a second setpoint source by pressing
UP or DOWN.
Leave the value at NONE (0) and confirm by pressing OK.
OK

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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Quick commisioning

OK

Specifying application parameters (P1080)

Set the minimum frequency under parameter MIN RPM.
Press OK (Parameter MIN RPM).
Change by pressing UP or DOWN.
Press OK to confirm.
OK

OK

Set the ramping-up time under parameter RAMP UP for acceleration time to maximum
frequency (P1120).
Set the ramping-down time under parameter RAMP DWN for time until standstill (P1121).
OK

OK

OK

OK

The values are displayed in seconds. In both cases, the times indicated
should not be too short, because this might result in an alarm.
Finishing
Press OK when the BOP-2 shows FINISH.
Confirm by using the UP or DOWN button to select YES and press
OK again.
OK

OK

You have now reached the end of the quick commissioning.

The inverter can now be turned on using digital input DI 0.
The setpoint source is specified as the potentiometer.

Changing the value digit by digit is

possible by pressing the OK button
longer than 2 seconds. After releasing the button, you can change any
single digit by using the buttons OK
(move to next digit), ESC (move to
previous digit), UP (increase value),
and DOWN (decrease value).

Refer to the Parameter Manual:

Control Units CU240E/B-2 for a
description of the control modes
and their corresponding parameter
settings at http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/
en/30563628/133300

Note

2.4

Application case
Youll now see how you can use the Basic Operator Panel 2 to make additional adjustments. In
specific applications, it is meaningful, for example, to control the motor using fixed frequencies.
Fixed frequencies are preset at digital inputs DI 3, DI 4, and DI 5. Therefore, the setpoint source
must be switched from the potentiometer to the digital inputs on the terminals. This can be accomplished quickly and simply using the Basic Operator Panel 2. As previously mentioned, you
define the setpoint source using parameter P1000.

Using fixed frequencies

Changing setpoint source
Navigate with the menu bar to menu function PARAMETER.
Select the STANDARD filter.
Navigate to parameter P1000 and access index [00].
Change value 2 to 3.
OK
OK

OK
OK

OK
OK

OK

OK
OK

The setpoint source has been transferred from the potentiometer to fixed frequencies at digital
inputs DI 3, DI 4 and DI 5. If you now attempt to control the motor using the potentiometer, you will
see that the motor does not react. The next step is to determine the revolution speed associated
with the digital inputs: 300, 600, 900 1/min.
Setting fixed numbers of revolutions
The digital inputs of switches DI 3, DI 4, and DI 5 are assigned the revolution speed of
0 1/min by default.
You can see this by consulting P1001, P1002, and P1003.
Change these values by pressing OK, UP, and DOWN to P1001=300, P1002=600, P1003=900.
OK

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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Application case

OK

Testing the application

Now check to see how the motor reacts to the digital inputs being actuated. To do so, flip switch
DI 0 (start the motor) and DI 3 (activate the first fixed frequency). The motor starts. Now use the
Basic Operator Panel 2 to enter the menu function MONITORING by pressing OK. Youll see that
the motor setpoint has been set to 300 1/min and that the motor is accelerating/running at the
speed of 300 1/min. Now also flip switch DI 5. Youll see that the speed of 300 1/min and 600 1/
min are added. The motor runs at a speed of 900 1/min now.
Monitoring the fixed frequencies
Press ESC.
Navigate with the menu bar to the menu function MONITORING.
Press OK.
ESC

OK

The Basic Operator Panel 2 can also be used to make a variety of other adjustments to your application. An overview of the parameters can be found in the Operating Instructions: Control
Units CU240E.

Saving and restoring a parameter set

Saving parameter set from inverter in the BOP-2
Navigate to the menu function EXTRAS and press OK.
Push the DOWN button until TO BOP appears and press OK.
OK
OK

OK
OK

Copying parameter set from BOP-2 in the inverter

Navigate to the menu EXTRAS and press OK.
Push the DOWN button until FROM BOP appears and press OK.
OK
OK

OK

The BOP-2 can be mounted or removed at any time. The device is not
necessary for ongoing operation.

Note

2.5

Intelligent Operator Panel

With the Intelligent Operation Panel, you can set the inverter parameters, put the inverter into
operation, monitor the ongoing operation of the motor, and get valuable information about
faults and alarms. All these functions can be accessed without expert knowledge. The main advantages are as follows:
Fast commissioning without expert knowledge
Simple commissioning of standard applications using application-specific assistants,
no knowledge of parameter structure necessary.
User-customized parameter lists with reduced parameter sets.
Simple local commissioning using the handheld version.
Fast multiple commissioning with clone function.
Commissioning without documentation by using the integrated help function.
Minimization of maintenance time
Diagnosis with clear text display, without documentation available on site.
Simple update of languages, application assistants, and firmware using the integrated
USB connection.
Integrated clear text help function to read and resolve fault messages and reasons locally.
High usability, intuitive handling
Direct, manual control of the drive simple switching from local to remote operation.
Intuitive menu navigation using wheel-click interface.
Graphical display, for example, status values in vertical-bar charts
(for example, pressure or flow rate).
Status display with freely selectable units display of real, physical values.
Flexible usage
Available for direct control unit mounting, for door mounting, or as handheld version
(depending on frequency inverter type).
Simple and fast mechanical and electrical door mounting.
Handheld usable for a large variety of frequency inverters.
Five integrated languages.

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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Intelligent operator panel

The device
The IOP is a menu-driven device. Its functionality is structured by three o
ptions:

[Wizards] Assists you to set up standard

applications

[Control] Allows you to change setpoint

value, turning direction, or to activate the
real-time jog function

[Menu] Gives you access to all possible

functionalities

The display
All necessary information is displayed in user-friendly plain text or icons. The displayed icons
are shown at the top right-hand edge of the display. They indicate various states of the inverter.
Command source auto/hand
Inverter status ready/running
Fault
Alarm pending
Battery condition Fully Charged/Discharged

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Working with IOP

The IOP is operated mainly by using the push-wheel. The five additional buttons make it possible
to display certain values or to switch between manual and auto mode. The buttons are called: ON
key, OFF key, ESC key, Info key, and HAND/AUTO key.

Turning changes the selection

Pressing confirms the selection

Starts the motor in manual mode

Stops the motor in manual mode

Takes you back to the previous

screen

Displays additional information

Switches the command source

between HAND and AUTO mode

2
The HAND/AUTO function
works the same as the one
implemented in the BOP-2.
After starting the motor
with the ON button, you
can change the setpoint
speed by navigating to
CONTROL/SETPOINT and
turning the wheel (right
to increase speed, left to
decrease speed).

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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Intelligent operator panel

Note

The wizards
There are several wizards that allow you to set up various functions and commission the inverter. They navigate you interactively through the parameterization of standard applications. The
wizards are accessed from the wizards menu, at the bottom-left of the status screen.
Example: Basic commissioning
Use the wheel to highlight the word WIZARDS.
Confirm by pressing OK.
Navigate to BASIC COMMISSIONING by turning the wheel.
Confirm by pressing OK.
OK

Wizards

OK

OK

Basic Commisioning

OK

Now the wizards will guide you step by step through the basic commissioning process by presenting a number of screens where you can choose the necessary options and values. At the
conclusion of the basic commissioning process, the data can be saved to the inverter's memory,
and calculation of motor and control data is started.
Always use the wheel to select an option and press OK to confirm.
Press ESC to move back one step.
Press INFO to read context-sensitive help information.

On the top of the screen you can see

numbers that indicate the current
step of the wizard that you are in.
2/15, for example, means that you
are in step 2 of 15.

Note

Accessing diagnostics
If you want to find out which input and output devices are connected to the inverter, simply navigate to the diagnostics menu and select the I/O STATUS. This option displays a list of the digital
and analog inputs and outputs of the inverter. In addition, you can monitor their current status.
This is an information screen and cannot be changed.
Reading the I/O status
Use the wheel to highlight the word MENU.
Confirm by pressing OK.
Select DIAGNOSTICS.
Confirm by pressing OK.
Choose I/O STATUS.
Confirm by pressing OK.
Choose STATUS DIGITAL INPUTS.
Confirm by pressing OK.
OK

Menu

OK

OK

Diagnostics

OK

I/O Status

OK

OK

Status Digital Inputs

OK

OK

You can now see a clearly arranged overview of all connected I/O
including their status.

Using the button INFO

always gives you more
in-depth information on
the currently highlighted
parameter, step, or feature.
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Operator Panels BOP-2 and IOP: Intelligent operator panel

Note

Getting information on active faults

Use the wheel to highlight the word MENU.
Confirm by pressing OK.
Choose DIAGNOSTICS.
Confirm by pressing OK.
Select ACTIVE FAULTS/ALARMS.
OK

OK

Menu

OK

OK

Active Faults/Alarms

Diagnostics

OK

OK

Now all active fault messages that have not yet been acknowledged are displayed.
To get further information you can highlight each one and press INFO.

You now know how to use the Operator Panels to set the parameters on your inverter and start it
up. A further possibility is setting up the parameters using your PC or a SIMATIC programming
device. This method is clearer and more convenient, but requires somewhat more preparation
time.

If you want to find out about

previous faults and alarms, please
navigate back one level and select
History. This will display a list of all
previous faults and alarms including
the time they occurred.

Note

This section will show you how to connect your

PC or PG to the inverter and acquaint you with
the STARTER software. You will then set the parameters of the SINAMICS G120 inverter with the
software and start it up. In the following chapter,
you will see how to do
this with a PC. Additionally, with the STARTER software you can easily activate the Safety Integrated
functions of the drive.

STARTER software and PC

3.1

Mounting and preparation

The optional PC Connection Kit 2 is required to set up the parameters using a PC.
The kit consists of two components.

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A connecting cable

The STARTER software

on DVD

STARTER software and PC: Mounting and preparation

Hardware preparation
Connect the USB cable to the USB connection at the Control Unit.
Connect the other end to the USB interface of your PC.
In addition to the hardware, youll also need the STARTER software, which is included on a DVD
in the PC Connection Kit 2. Install the STARTER software on your PC following the explanations of
the setup wizard.

The STARTER is also available as

a download at: http://support.
automation.siemens.com/WW/
view/en/10804985/133100

Note

PC preparation
To connect the STARTER tool to the inverter you need to make sure that the USB-COM emulation
connects to a COM port smaller than eight (COM1 COM7). You need to remember that number
for later use with the STARTER.
1

Browse to your computers control panel.

Select "Hardware."

Click on Device Manager.

Check if Sinamics G120 USB COM Emulation has an address higher than COM7.

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STARTER software and PC: Mounting and preparation

In case it is higher than eight, double-click the connection.

Enter the "Advanced" section.

Change the COM address by choosing any free small COM address.

Confirm your selection with OK.

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Creating a STARTER project with the Project Wizard

After installation is complete, switch on the inverters power supply and start the program.
The Project Wizard opens automatically. The wizard will help you create your first project.

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Select the Find drive units online button.

Give the project a name and click Continue.

STARTER software and PC: Mounting and preparation

Click the Change and test button to set up the PC interface.

Select PC COM-Port (USS)" and click Properties.

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Installing the PC COM-Port (USS)

In some cases, you might have to add the PC COM-Port (USS) to your list. To do this, click
Select, highlight the port in the appearing list, and add it with a mouse click on Install.
Close the window. Back in the interface list, select PC COM-Port (USS) as described before
and click Properties.

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STARTER software and PC: Mounting and preparation

Specify the interface and enter the baud rate 115,200

in the Interface tab.

Select Automatic mode in the RS485 tab and close

the properties dialog field by clicking OK.

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Click Continue to start the search for online units: a preview of the project tree will appear in the summary.

Close the Project Wizard by selecting Complete.

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STARTER software and PC: Mounting and preparation

STARTER user interface

The inverter is now integrated into the project tree and the parameters can be set up using the
STARTER software.
1

Project tree

Icon Connect to target system

Program menu

Connection mode

Toolbar with special features

Work area

2
3

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Uploading inverter data

By clicking the Connect to target system button, you establish an online connection between
the PC and the inverter.
1

Click icon Connect to target system. A dialog window opens and the current inverter data is displayed.

Click the Load HW configuration to PG button.

In addition, the blue highlighted Offline mode changes to the yellow highlighted Online mode; the workbench area
opens.

Workbench area
This area provides additional information like alarms, the target system output, and the diagnostics overview. It also stores additional operating features.
2

3
3

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STARTER software and PC: Mounting and preparation

We recommend setting up
parameters using the online
mode.

Note
Note

3.2

Parameterization
The STARTER software and the inverter are now connected to each other. You can now begin
to parameterize your inverter.
1

Double-click on the inverter icon in the project tree: a directory folder opens.

Double-click on the first icon: the configuration window in the work area opens.

Click Wizard and let the wizard guide you.

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Configuration Wizard
The Configuration Wizard guides you step by step through the following parameters:
Control structure
Defaults of the setpoint source and the command source
Motor
Motor data
Drive functions
Important parameters
Calculation of the motor data
Summary

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STARTER software and PC: Parameterization

By clicking Continue you get to the next configuration step.

1

Start by setting the control method.

Define the command and setpoint source.

Select the motor type.

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Input motor data from the rating plate.

Select Identification of all parameters in standstill for motor data identification.

Alarm message
The warning message warning 541 appears. The message indicates that the motor might
turn when motor data identification is performed.

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STARTER software and PC: Parameterization

Enter maximum current normally 200%, minimum and maximum frequency, ramp-up and ramp-down time, and OFF
ramp-down time (the time the motor needs to stop in the case of an emergency shut-off).
After clicking Next, the calculating of the motor data starts. This concludes the parameterization with the Configuration Wizard. You will now receive a summary of all parameter values input. The summary can be inserted into a text file
by pressing the Copy text to clipboard button. Finally, close the window by clicking Finish.

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Motor data identification

Before the inverter can be operated, you must start the motor from the PC. Performing
this action will activate the parameters. The first step is to assume control priority.
1

Open the Commissioning entry in the project tree.

Double-click Control panel to open the control panel in the workbench area.

In the workbench area, click on Assume control priority.

1
2

The pending motor data

identification is indicated
by the message warning
541 in the workbench. You
can find the message in the
alarm tab. It tells you that
motor data identification
will be performed after
switching the motor on.
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STARTER software and PC: Parameterization

Note

A setup window for command transfer opens: accept the displayed values and safety instructions.

In the workbench area, place a checkmark next to Enables.

Now the STARTER software has control authority for the attached motor.
6

Click the green button to start the motor.

Motor data identification is processed. The motor will stop running automatically
after the process has been completed. Your inverter is now ready for operation.

5
6

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3.3

Safety Integrated
All control units CU240E-2 come with the Safety Integrated function STO (Safe Torque Off).
Activating the STO function immediately ensures that the motor cannot supply any further
torque-generating energy.
Advantages for the user:
No wearing parts, thanks to electronic shutdown
Inverter remains connected to the supply, and always supports full diagnostics capability
Password protected, no manipulation of the function possible
We strongly recommend that Safety Integrated engineering only be performed using the
STARTER tool. In so doing, you are guided by graphical explanations and the risk of wrong
inputs is reduced to a minimum.
STO can be used in cases where motor can decelerate to a standstill by itself within a sufficiently short period of time on account of the load torque or friction, or in situations where
safety issues do not arise as a result of the motor coasting down.

STO

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STARTER software and PC: Safety Integrated

The CU240E-2F and

CU240E-2 DP-F control
units include more Safety
Integrated functions. They
have SS1 (Safe Stop 1)
and SLS (Safely Limited
Speed) also integrated no
encoder needed! You can
find more information on
those advanced features
in the SINAMICS Safety
brochure at
http://www.automation.
siemens.com/infocenter/
order_form.aspx?tab=3&
nodekey=key_518445&l
ang=en

Note

Activating Safety Integrated

1

Browse to functions in the project tree and click on Safety Integrated.

Select Change settings.

Choose the applicable Safety function from the drop-down menu.

If you require the status signal STO active in your higher-level controller, link it up accordingly.

Click on "Extended settings" for further adjustments.

Follow the STARTER tool instructions.

2
1

3
4

Did you know that the extended SINAMICS Safety Integrated functions
can be used without the need of an
encoder at the motor? This worldwide unique feature saves installation and engineering time, reduces
system costs and saves space.
For further instructions consult the
Safety functions manual SINAMICS
G120 using the Siemens Product Information System (Prodis) at http://
support.automation.siemens.com/
WW/view/en/22339653/130000

Note
Note

3.4

Application cases
Before returning control authority from the STARTER software to the terminal, you should try
controlling the motor from the PC.

Setting setpoint specifications

1

Input 1,500 1/min in the Setpoint specifications box.

Start the motor: the motor runs at 1,500 1/min.

Adjust the frequency with the slider.

Conclude the process by pressing the Give up control priority button.

All functions from the displayed control area in the STARTER will be deactivated.
The control authority has been returned to the terminal.

3
4

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STARTER software and PC: Application cases

Closing a project and saving data

Unintentional disruption of the online connection between the inverter and the PC due to a
power outage, for example, leads to the loss of the parameter settings. As a result, STARTER
offers various possibilities for protecting your parameter settings.
1

Double-click the Drive Navigator in the project tree.

Select Commissioning in the workbench area.

Save the parameter settings in the inverters EEPROM memory by selecting Save data in drive (RAM to ROM).

AND save the parameter setting in your project by clicking Save data to project.

2
Now you can disconnect the
online connection to the
inverter by clicking the Disconnect from target system icon.
In our example, please continue
to remain online to restore the
inverter to its factory settings.

Note

Restoring factory settings

Before you can start setup for your specific application, you should reset your inverter
to factory settings.
1

Double-click the Drive navigator in the project tree.

Select Commissioning in the work area.

Click Restore factory settings.

3
1

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STARTER software and PC: Application cases

The security query that is now displayed lets you know that all settings you have made will
be reset. Using the checkbox query, you will have the opportunity beforehand to save your
settings to the inverters ROM memory.
4

Click OK to reset all inverter settings to the factory setting.

Click Disconnect from target system to conclude the process.

You now know how to use STARTER to quickly and clearly insert your inverter into a project,
set up its parameters, and put it into operation. Please make sure that you always remember
to save the parameter data to the inverter and in the software before exiting a project.

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Congratulations!
You have mastered the SINAMICS G120 Training
Booklet V2.0. Thank you for your time and
efforts. We hope that this tutorial has addressed
all the questions you had and was useful to you.
More detailed information can be found online.

Download overview
Additional information on parameters
Parameter Manual: Control Units CU240B/E-2
available on the Internet as a download at
http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/30563628/133300
Detailed information about SINAMICS G120
Operating Instructions: Control Unit CU240E
available on the Internet as a download at
http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/30563628/133300
STARTER Software
STARTER is available as a download at

http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/10804985/133100

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